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World War II Veteran Harvey Drahos Named 12 Flag Raiser For Seahawks vs. Cardinals 

101-year-old Purple Heart recipient and World War II Veteran, Harvey Drahos will raise the 12 Flag for the Seahawks Week 12 matchup against the Cardinals.

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The Seahawks host the Arizona Cardinals at Lumen Field on Sunday for Week 12. Before kickoff, the pregame duties of 12 Flag raiser will be handled by 101-year-old Purple Heart recipient and World War II Veteran, Harvey Drahos. Drahos served in the United States Army's 96th Infantry Division. In 1945, at the age of 22, he was gravely injured in the Battle of Okinawa and nearly lost his life after suffering a traumatic brain injury and shrapnel wounds. Following his honorable discharge, Drahos dedicated his life to serving others, including as a search and rescue pilot for the Civil Air Patrol. His many decorations include a Bronze Star, World War II Victory Medal, Congressional Gold Medal, and Purple Heart, among others.

The Seahawks and Cardinals face off on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. Kickoff is set for 1:25 p.m. Take a look back through history at the Seahawks' matchups against the Cardinals.

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